A veteran public corruption and war-crimes prosecutor, Jack Smith will take over two Trump-related criminal investigations.
Tag: Special Prosecutors (Independent Counsel)
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Trump Inquiries Remain Politically Charged, Despite Special Counsel
The appointment of an independent investigator is meant to address the perception of conflict of interest. But the system no longer seems adequate in this polarized political moment.
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Garland Names Special Counsel for Trump Investigations
Even before Mr. Garland’s announcement, there were signs that prosecutorial activity in both cases was accelerating after a brief slowdown in the run-up to the midterm elections.
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What Is a Special Counsel and What Does One Do?
Former President Donald J. Trump’s continuing presence on the political scene has prompted the appointment of a third special counsel.
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Who Is Jack Smith, the Newly Appointed Special Counsel in the Trump Investigations?
Mr. Smith will take on the role of special counsel after leaving his current position as a specialist prosecutor based in The Hague investigating war crimes.